Nonprofit Leadership Podcast

Leading a Multigenerational Organization: Strategies for Success Across Five Generations


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In this episode Rob sits down with David Robbins, President of Cru (formerly Campus Crusade for Christ International), a global nonprofit with staff in over 190 countries. David shares his leadership journey and dives into the unique challenges and opportunities of leading a multigenerational organization. With team members spanning five generations, David offers valuable strategies for fostering unity, avoiding mission drift, and empowering younger leaders in a rapidly changing world.

From his time in Italy and New York to leading major nonprofit divisions, David reflects on the personal and professional experiences that have shaped his leadership philosophy. He emphasizes emotional health, vulnerability, and intentional development of younger leaders as critical components to successful nonprofit leadership.

Key Topics Include:

  • Strategies for leading an organization with five generations on staff
  • Avoiding mission drift during leadership transitions
  • The importance of emotional and spiritual health in leadership
  • Building trust with a global team during a leadership change
  • Empowering younger generations through stretch challenges
  • Navigating generational gaps with compassion and shared understanding
  • Practical rhythms and habits to prevent leadership burnout
  • Mentioned in This Episode:

    • Cru: https://www.cru.org
    • Book: Courage and Calling by Gordon T. Smith
    • This Episode is Sponsored By:

      • DonorBox: https://www.donorbox.org
      • Links to Resources:

        • Interested in Leadership and Life Coaching? Visit Rob’s website: RobHarter.com
        • Find us on YouTube: Nonprofit Leadership Podcast YouTube Channel
        • Suggestions for the show? Email us at [email protected]
        • Request a sample coaching session: Email Rob at [email protected]
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